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The patent EP3256619 was granted to Oerlikon Surface Solutions on Jun 22, 2022. The application was filed on Feb 15, 2016 under application number EP16706999A. The patent is currently recorded with a legal status of "Patent Maintained As Amended".

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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative | Opposition Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| IHI IONBOND | Jun 26, 2019 | HOFFMANN EITLE | - |
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